WELCOME TO THE CLIMATE PROJECT FOUNDATION OUR CLIMATE IS CHANGING, SO SHOULD WE | TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE Human caused climate change is one of the biggest, most pervasive threats in the world and South Asia is amongst the most vulnerable region to impacts of climate change. Now, the onus is on us to act and mitigate the impacts of climate change for a better future for the upcoming generations. We believe that the simplest path to act on climate change is by collective committed actions however small. We have strategically aligned all our initiatives in order to create awareness, mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change and create leaders of the future who will be taking the baton fighting the cause. Our programmes and initiatives like Green Campus Program, Tree Plantation, Water Conservation, Teachers’ Training Program, all have been developed keeping the same in view. “Solving the climate crisis is within our grasp, but we need people like you to stand up and act” - AL GORE OUR IMPACTS 11000+ Teachers Trained 1500+ Climate Reality Leaders in India & South Asia 200000+ Trees Planted 45000+ Climate Reality Leaders, Globally YOUTH FOR EARTH 2024 We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new edition of our Youth for Earth program, designed to empower and mobilize young leaders in the fight against climate change. As the world grapples with urgent environmental challenges, it has become increasingly clear that the voices and actions of young people are indispensable in driving meaningful change. ​ Youth for Earth is a dynamic initiative that harnesses the passion, creativity, and innovation of youth to address pressing environmental issues. Through a combination of education, advocacy, and hands-on projects, participants gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become effective agents of change in their communities, campus and beyond. ​ If you're a young person passionate about making a difference for the planet, we invite you to join us for this exciting journey! Together, let's unleash the power of youth to create a more sustainable and resilient world for future generations. Join us in the Youth for Earth program and be part of the solution! Know More Register now WEBINAR ON WORLD WETLANDS DAY A webinar was organized by The Climate Project Foundation on 2nd February to celebrate World Wetlands Day. The objective of the webinar was to discuss the reasons behind diminishing wetlands, impacts of climate change and the solutions that can be implemented to conserve, protect & restore them. We received a whooping 700+ registrations for the webinar and more than 530 of them joined the webinar. The majority of the participants were youth which shows the interest that the present generation is taking towards understanding the issues and solutions. We had eminent speakers joining us for the session. Mr. Raj Mohan, National Coordinator, Reforestation, The Climate Project Foundation, highlighted the need for conservation of wetlands and how it will affect the ecosystem if it keeps on diminishing. Ms. Sumaiyah Mamun, Climate Reality Leader and expert on Urban Planning, talked about the restoration methods, green initiatives and adaptation and mitigation for wetland conservation. The webinar culminated with an interactive session of questions and answers with the experts and vote of thanks by Dr. Sakshi Grover, Environment Consultant, The Climate Project Foundation. EVENTS Climate Reality Leaders Meet - Nepal Sun, 28 Apr Hotel Tibet International 28 Apr 2024, 9:00 am Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal 28 Apr 2024, 9:00 am Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal Learn more Principals' Conclave - Nepal Mon, 29 Apr Hotel Tibet International 29 Apr 2024, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal 29 Apr 2024, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal Learn more Webinar on World Wetlands Day Fri, 02 Feb Zoom 02 Feb 2024, 11:30 am Zoom 02 Feb 2024, 11:30 am Zoom Wetlands and Human Wellbeing Details CLIMATE ACTION STORIES 8800 KILOMETRES ON BIODIESEL By CRL Avinash Narayanswamy Worldwide, biodiesel has slowly but surely gained importance as a green alternative to petroleum diesel & is thus being accepted as an environmentally friendly fuel. However, in spite of closely being related to petroleum diesel in terms of physical & chemical properties, biodiesel continues to be sidelined in many parts of the world & especially in India mainly due to various reasons such as pricing, availability & warranty on the engine & other parts of the car not being covered when switched to biodiesel from petroleum diesel. Read More BLOGS Smruti Mar 20 India’s Blue Economy Potential & Draft Policy Framework Owing to its potential, the Government of India recognizes Blue Economy as one of the ten core dimensions of group under its Vision for... Smruti Feb 29 COP28 from the Lenses of Parth Joshi: Seeking Sincerity Amid Diplomatic Theatrics Photo Courtesy: Pixabay The 28th UN Climate Conference (COP28) unfolded as a familiar spectacle of diplomatic theatrics, where the... 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CLIMATE REALITY LEADERS Who are Climate Reality Leaders? Climate Reality Leaders are a diverse group of passionate individuals who have come together to solve the greatest challenge of our time i.e. “climate crisis”. These leaders come from all walks of life like activists, educators, cultural leaders, organizers, scientists, or storytellers committed towards building a sustainable future together. Climate Reality Leaders (CRLs) are personally trained by the Nobel Laureate and former Vice President of USA Al Gore and learn from the world renowned scientists and communicators during ​Climate Reality Leadership Corps. How to Become a Climate Reality Leader You see our climate changing and injustice growing across the planet. You want to make a difference. Join the Climate Reality Leadership Corps of activists and learn how by attending a future Climate Reality Leader training led by Al Gore and a team of world-renowned scientists, activists, innovators, and more. ​ Bring your courage, commitment, and passion. Leave with the knowledge and tools to shape public opinion, inspire action in your community, and lead the global fight for solutions. CLIMATE REALITY LEADERSHIP CORPS Get Updates on Upcoming Trainings Subscribe Thanks for subscribing! Spotlight Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video National Coordinators Our Climate Reality Leaders from India and South Asia are constantly devoted to working towards climate change. Amongst them, some of the Climate Reality Leaders have been enthusiastically and effectively working towards mitigating the climate crisis. These leaders have been chosen and appointed as the National Coordinators who are the flag bearers and experts in various domains. They are also acting as the mentors for other climate reality leaders, guiding them through the way with their experience. SHOP ASHOK PANDEY National Coordinator, Climate Education SHOP DR. BHARTI CHHIBBER National Coordinator, Sustainability Education SHOP ELSIE GABRIEL National Coordinator, Ocean Conservation SHOP FAWZIA TARANNUM​ National Coordinator, Water SHOP NANDINI DESHMUKH National Coordinator, Climate Education SHOP NEERAJ CHAWLA National Coordinator, Renewable Energy SHOP NIKHIL KAMATH National Coordinator, Communication SHOP NITA GANGULY National Coordinator, Waste Management SHOP NITIN RAIKAR National Coordinator, Renewable Energy SHOP PRAFULLA KUMAR DHAL National Coordinator, Climate Disaster and Livelihood ​ SHOP RAJ MOHAN​ National Coordinator, Reforestation SHOP RAKESH KAMAL National Coordinator, Media and Communications SHOP RITURAJ PHUKAN SHOP SATHYA NATARAJAN SHOP COL. SHASHIKANT DALVI (RETD.) SHOP SHEETAL ANTIL National Coordinator, Biodiversity National Coordinator, Urban Spaces National Coordinator, Water National Coordinator, Nature Based Solutions SHOP SHIVAM SINGH National Coordinator, Youth Engagement SHOP SUMIT RAMESH ARORA National Coordinator, Waste and Circular Economy SHOP SUNIL MYSORE National Coordinator, Entrepreneurship SHOP SWAYAMPRABHA DAS National Coordinator, Marine Ecosystems SHOP VIVEK TRIVEDI National Coordinator, Climate Disaster and Livelihood

The Climate Reality Project India Newsletter (Nov-Dec) 2022 Our newsletter will provide updates from our programs, our fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making difference and how each one of us can act to solve the crisis. And, we would love to know your story and act of leadership, because every action does matter. MOU Signed with Chitkara University and International Schools On 16th November 2022, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) signed an MOU with two Chitkara International Schools and Chitkara University. ​ ​Chitkara International School stakeholders, Dr. Niyati Chitkara, Director of Chitkara International Schools, Chandigarh and Panchkula, signed the MoU with TCPF, which was executed in the Chandigarh school campus in the presence of Mr Aditya Pundir, Director – India & South Asia, TCPF and Ms. Rekha Lalla, Green School Programme Manager, TCPF. Another MOU was signed at the Chitkara College of Education, and in collaboration with Chitkara School of Psychology by Dr. Madhu. A counselling session, “an Expert Talk on Understanding the Climate Crises" was also organised. Paryavaran Rakshak Programme - A Nukkad Natak Competition As a part of its annual flagship event, GRIHA Summit 2022 (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment), GRIHA Council organized “Paryavaran Rakshak Programme, a Nukkad Natak Competition” in partnership with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) with an objective to highlight the needs of involvement of students in sustainable development. ​The 14th GRIHA Summit was held on December 15th -16th, 2022 at the India Habitat Center, New Delhi. It anchored on the theme, “Towards Net Positive Habitats”. Ms Rekha Lalla, Manager – Green Campus Program, TCPF participated in the event and also served as a “Jury Member” for Nukkad Nataks that were presented in the prelude days of the summit, i.e. on November 18, 2022 at the Open Amphitheatre (OAT), India Habitat Centre. Nukkad Natak competition was based on the theme “Earth ko Anarth se Bachaye”. Save Aravalli Walk “Save Aravalli Walk” took place on 27th November 2022. The walk started with an orientation from Mr. Jitender Bhadana, co - founder of Save Aravalli Trust, about the richness of biodiversity in the area and also threw light on the waste management practices currently followed by people and how it is finding its last resting place in the Aravalli’s, unfortunately as they are the only open spaces available in the NCR belt. ​ The 6-kilometres trail got to an exciting start with an identification quiz of local vs vilayati ‘kikar’ that was introduced some decades ago which created imbalance with local flora and fauna. Goats, cows, camels and other animals eat desi kikar leaves fondly leaving other variants totally untouched, hence its abundance. Moreover, the thorny bushes are a threat to wildlife as well with reported injuries to leopard cubs, deers and other bird species. Beautiful viewpoints/ selfie points came on the way as elevation was gained, including the beautiful cactus garden and the group-built comradeship among fellow trekkers, some of whom were as young as eighty years old. ​ ​The discussions were also held about proposing a site for garbage in Bandwari, which is witnessing some resistance as it is releasing leachate into the soil threating the soil quality and water bodies. Bhavesh Swami, Lead Clean Energy and Engagement, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) shared how TCPF is bringing positive change in the society by empowering schools and colleges. The walk saw 100+ participants. Cleanliness Drive in Pune A “Cleanliness Drive Campaign” was organized in Viman Nagar, Pune with the help of youth. The drive aimed at generating awareness amongst the community to bring out clean initiatives in the locality. ​ ​It was conducted as a part of Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). Along with the representatives from Adar Poonawalla, 100+ students from Symbiosis University were present in the event. The drive resulted in the collection of 300 kgs waste from the trail. Webinar on National Energy Conservation Day An online seminar on the eve of National Energy Conservation Day was held on 14th December 2022 to commemorate the National Energy Conservation Day 2022 with the theme “Energy Conservation in India 2022: Present and Future Trends.” The webinar was organized by Chitkara University and Association of Professional Social Workers & Development Practitioners (APSWDP) in partnership with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). The webinar was driven to talk about the understanding of energy conservation and restoration, the way forward for future trends in energy usage patterns. Mr. Bhavesh Swami, Lead Clean Energy and Engagements, TCPF, delivered a talk about what energy is and built a holistic viewpoint onto its world perspective and importance for a country like India. He threw light on what student community should be doing to be more aware in their daily lives and how small ‘driven’ actions taken individually at home or at school/university level can bring a drastic change. An interactive question and answer session was conducted with 50+ students joined the session and asked very practical questions to understand the changes they collectively need to take up as students and as groups to make a shift towards sustainable energy sources. Green Jobs Conclave 2022 On 15th December 2022, The Green Jobs conclave was held at the Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation & Adar Poonawalla Clean City and ExploreiT. It was organized to enlighten the students about Green Jobs and how they can plan their career in this domain. The Conclave started with the national anthem followed by the hosts giving a brief about the theme of the conclave. ​The session was organized to help the participants in building their knowledge around green economy, green careers, and green courses with experts from various colleges/universities offering allied courses. Additionally, they were also elaborated about the required skillsets. Dr. Adya Sharma, the director of SCMS Pune and the academic host for the event, addressed the audience and facilitated the guest panel. A Workshop on Green Campus Program in Gyan Anant Vidyalaya On 3rd December, a workshop was conducted in the Gyan Aanant Vidyalaya by Mobius Foundation in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). The objective of the session was to introduce the teachers to our Green Campus Program so that they can carry out the audit in their premises, while explaining the audit to the Green Campus Committee. ​ ​Ms. Rekha Lalla, Manager – Green Campus Program, TCPF hosted the workshop. She conducted workshops for all 40 teachers present there and gave them ideas to use the resources present in the school campus to connect students to the environment. The teachers were divided into 7 groups-Air, Water, Waste, Energy, Biodiversity, Climate innovation and Community Outreach to work with a group of students to do the audit of their existing school infrastructure. They were shown videos and work of other schools too. ​ Teachers of each group will now have an online workshop with Mrs. Rekha Lalla to understand the process of audit and their respective topic. 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Newsletter (May-June) 2023 Our newsletter will provide updates from our programs, our fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making difference and how each one of us can act to solve the crisis. And, we would love to know your story and act of leadership, because every action does matter. Principals' Conclave in Pampore, Kashmir The Climate Project Foundation organized the first Principals’ Conclave on Climate Change and Sustainability at Government Degree College, Pampore, Kashmir on 5th June, 2023. The event aimed to introduce, educate, and inspire principals and educators to bring the message of climate change to their schools. It focused on explaining the science, impacts, and solutions of climate change and encouraged the participation of nodal schools in the Green Campus Program. The conclave provided a platform for education-focused organizations and schools to join hands and collaborate under the program. ​ The initiative emphasized the leadership role of educational institutions in training students and the community to understand climate change, empowering educators within their institutions. Teachers and students were encouraged to conduct audits of their schools and calculate their carbon footprint. ​ Following the conclave, students from 10 schools in Kashmir, accompanied by their teachers, gathered at Dachigam National Park to discuss further steps. They were addressed by Mr. Nadeem Quadri and Mrs. Rekha Lalla, who shared initiatives that the younger generation can undertake to make Kashmir environmentally friendly and waste-free. Many of these passionate young green ambassadors have joined The Green Campus Program, solidifying their commitment to environmental sustainability. The program concluded with a refreshing walk amidst the greenery of Dachigam National Park. A Session on Climate Finance: Investing in India’s Energy Transition The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) was invited by Sangam - Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), an initiative by Niti Aayog, to participate in a session dedicated to supporting and nurturing emerging talents in climate-resilient technologies on 1st June, 2023. The focus of the session was on exploring different financial avenues available to assist technology-based startups. Sreyashee Das, CEO of AIC-Sangam, shared insights into the center's mission and how it aids in fostering new talent to develop tech-driven solutions for climate change. Representing TCPF, Bhavesh Swami discussed bilateral, multilateral, and government schemes falling under the purview of 'Climate Finance,' including financial support from organizations such as the World Bank, IFC, and SIDBI for startups and manufacturing entities. He also shared success stories from his tenure at the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, highlighting collaborative efforts with new tech entrepreneurs to implement energy-saving solutions in industrial clusters. TCPF pledged to facilitate connections between technology-based startups and budding entrepreneurs with the help of its flagship program, Green Campus Program (GCP) and the larger network. The session garnered an audience of over 80 participants, fostering an environment of knowledge exchange and collaboration. Branch Retreat 2023 in Manila A retreat cum knowledge exchange conference was organized by The Climate Reality Project - HQ in Manila, Philippines, aiming to foster better cross-branch collaborations and share some successful program learnings. The event was held from 8th – 11th May 2023. ​ Mr. Aditya Pundir and Mr. Bhavesh Swami represented the India and South Asia branch. The Climate Reality HQ staff appreciated the branch's new website and updates on social media platforms. During the retreat, there was a shared desire among all branches to learn from each other and collaborate further. The Green Campus Program (GCP) was already well-known among the staff and branches, and discussions revolved around planning student exchange sessions throughout the year to bring additional value to inter-branch collaborations. GCP School SD Vidya, Ambala Cantt. Leading the Way to a Greener Future The SD Vidya School in Ambala Cantt has received international acclaim as "The Green School" for its exceptional efforts in promoting environmental sustainability. It was awarded the Platinum Award by the Climate Reality Project India for its initiatives in creating a greener and cleaner planet. During their visit on 4th May 2023, Dr. Sanjeev Chaddha Professor & Head of Management Development Centre, Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Government of Punjab, Chandigarh, and Mr. Raman Chatrath, Estate Manager MGSIPA. The guests were impressed by the students' explanations and praised the school's innovation. Ms. Neelinderjeet Kaur Sandhu, the Director Principal, expressed pride in the school's role as an environmental leader and gifted the visitors planters and cloth bags crafted by the students. The school's achievements were attributed to the visionary guidance of Mr. B K Soni, the President, who prioritizes a healthy and safe learning environment. World Environment Day Celebrations in Yashwant Vidyalaya Kashil We celebrated World Environment Day in Yashwant High School, one of the schools working under Rayat Shikshan Sanstha, Satara, Maharashtra. This school has pledged for Green Campus Program, and is proactively working on it. Students and teachers from 5th to 10th grade actively participated in the event. They took the initiative to collect plastic waste from the village and raised awareness among villagers about the harmful effects of plastic pollution. A rally was organized, where students showcased 20 slogans on plastic pollution to capture the attention of the community. They also visited households, encouraging the use of paper or cloth bags instead of single-use plastic. The students collected 10 bags of plastic waste, which were handed over to the gram panchayats for proper management. Let’s Unite for Climate Action, Our Planet Needs You The Climate Project Foundation and the Mobius Foundation celebrated World Environment Day with youth. The session saw the participation of over 150 teams from South Asia that have registered in the Youth For Earth (Y4E) 2023 championship. The objective of the event was to create a warm-up and interactive session to pump up the enthusiasm of the registered teams and facilitate queries related to Y4E projects. ​ The session was led by Bhavesh Swami, who described the participants about the events, do’s and don’ts, and more. Ms. Smruti Sweta Samantray from The Climate Project Foundation delivered an inaugural address, joined by Mr. Aditya Pundir and Mr. Shrawan from Mobius Foundation, who shared ideas on tackling climate change. Participants gained insights from previous entries and asked questions on submission processes and winning strategies. The Y4E championship winners will be chosen based on project scale, impact, and replicability. Stay updated through our website and social media platforms. Visit http://www.icse-esd.org/youth-for-earth-2023.php for more information. Workshop on Green Jobs in Assam Early Childhood Development Forum (ECDF) and The Climate Project Foundation, in association with Tarumitra Club, Holy Child School organized a workshop on the topic “Reduce Carbon Footprints, Increase Handprints”, for children of class 8th - 10th Std on World Environment Day 2023 at Holy Child School Guwahati. ​ The workshop was led by Dr. Vasavvi Acharjya, Founder and Chairperson of ECDF and MD Tender Petals Schools. Bhavesh Swami conducted an elaborated and insightful session on “Green Jobs & Youth.” Green jobs empower youth to drive sustainable development on a long-term basis, by offering them with opportunities for environmental stewardship, renewable energy, conservation, and climate action. They pave the way for a greener future while promoting economic growth and social equity. During the session, Mr. Swami discussed various work opportunities that students from varied academic backgrounds can opt for. Students appreciated the session as it was quite insightful for them. The event was followed by a tree plantation session. Acts of Leadership by Climate Reality Leaders Nandini Deshmukh Recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award Mumbai Tarun Bharat awarded our Climate Reality Leader and National Coordinator, Climate Education, Dr. Nandini Deshmukh with The Lifetime Achievement Award for her remarkable contribution to environmental projects in Maharashtra at the Species & Habitats Warriors Awards 2023. The prestigious accolade recognized her dedication and efforts that made a lasting impact on the preservation of species and habitats in the region. Her unwavering commitment to the environment serves as an inspiration to others in the field. Anand Pendharkar Led Exploration of Mumbai's Coastal Biodiversity at G20 On 21st May, 2023, one of our Climate Reality Leaders Anand Pendharkar, and his team, comprising Nikhil Disoria, Sandeep Kacchap, Siddharth Waradkar, and Aradhya Sardesai, led Marine Walks for the international delegates attending the G20 Conclave at Juhu Beach. As invited guests by the officials from the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), they shared their extensive knowledge, passion, and documentation of Mumbai's Coastal Biodiversity, which they have been diligently working on for the past three decades. The event included a welcome message and an oath-taking ceremony to protect the marine environment by Maharashtra Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde. Additionally, winning entries from the Inter-School Painting Competition with the theme of Coastal Protection and Marine Biodiversity were showcased at Juhu Beach. (Photo by Sandeep Kacchap) Prafulla Dhal Working on Waste & Renewables in Rural Areas Prafulla Dhal, a Climate Reality Leader, and National Coordinator, Climate Disaster and Livelihood, The Climate Project Foundation spearheaded the installation of solar pumps in Odisha's villages. These solar micro pumps have a profound and lasting impact on the lives of impoverished tribal families. They not only helped protect forests from fires but also promoted soil regeneration and facilitated the adoption of organic farming practices. ​ In another activity, Mr. Dhal facilitated the establishment of 200 vermicompost pits using rural waste through the participation of 600 women from Self Help Groups. This initiative has resulted in the production of over 1000 tonnes of organic manure, which has been instrumental in regenerating soil health and reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers. Exclusive Interview of Col. Shashikant Dalvi (Retd.) in Doordarshan Col. Shashikant Dalvi (Retd.), a Climate Reality Leader and National Coordinator – Water, The Climate Project Foundation was featured on the Samagam Telecast for Doordarshan, aired on 7th June 2023, by the News and Views channel. During the interview, he shared his inspiring journey focused on water conservation. Col. Dalvi discussed the initial steps taken, including the implementation of roof-top rainwater harvesting techniques in Pune, followed by the remarkable 'Mission Pani' and the ongoing project named 'Jal Atmanirbhar Abhiyan.' The latter aims to establish tanker-free zones in 100 villages, empowering them to become self-sufficient in water resources. Sunil Mysore Contributed to Paper by IISD Sunil Mysore, a Climate Reality Leader and National Coordinator, Entrepreneurship, The Climate Project Foundation made significant contributions to a recent paper by the International Institute for Sustainable Development, which explores the opportunities and challenges of scaling up Agrivoltaics in India. The report addresses the potential issue of limited land resources for both renewable energy and agriculture and proposes Agrivoltaics as a viable solution, while addressing the potential of solar panels and agricultural land use to enhance crop yield. The paper also includes case studies featuring stakeholders involved in the Agrivoltaics ecosystem. ​ Click on the image to download the report Pradeep Karturi Co-Authored G20 Policy Pradeep Karturi, one of our Climate Reality Leaders, co-authored a G20 policy brief on establishing a resilient Electric Vehicle Battery Value Chain in a circular economy context. The recommendations from the document will be presented to G20 working groups, ministerial meetings, and the leader's summit to inform concrete policy measures. The brief emphasizes the importance of a clear definition of who is responsible for the end-of-life stages of batteries within a circular economy framework. It suggests the need for uniform regulations and financial support to develop local recycling and innovative technology solutions. The aim is to achieve efficient and environmentally sustainable battery value chains. The brief also highlights the significance of international collaboration and should be a catalyst for effective monitoring of the sector's environmental impacts and their components. Checkout Our Previous Newsletters March - April Newsletter 2023 January - February Newsletter 2023 November - December Newsletter 2022 September - October Newsletter 2022

Who we are In 2006, the former Vice President of USA, and the Chairman, The Climate Reality Project Al Gore sparked an international conversation on climate change with his Academy Award-winning documentary, “An Inconvenient Truth.” It was just the beginning of a climate revolution which led to the foundation of The Climate Reality Project, established in the USA. ​ Following in the footsteps of The Climate Reality Project, The Climate Project Foundation was established in India as an independent branch in 2008 with the help of TERI. In 2009, it was incorporated as a trust in Mumbai with eminent Indians as trustees. ​ Today, Climate Reality is a diverse group of enthusiasts who’ve taken upon themselves to solve the greatest challenge of our time. We have activists, cultural leaders, organizers, scientists, and storytellers, who are committed to building a sustainable future together.​ Our Mission Our mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every sector of society. We at Climate Reality believe that making people aware and empowering them with tools to act on climate change, can help in tackling the crisis. ​ The Climate Reality Leadership Corps has trained over 45,000+ change makers worldwide since 2006. The result is a global network of activists leading the fight for climate solutions through our 10 branch offices – Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, and South Africa and a partnership in China. The Climate Reality Leadership Corps What we do The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) is focused on making climate action an urgent need by creating awareness amongst people and empowering them with tools to create future leaders through its meticulously designed flagship programs like the Green Campus Program, which is spearheading educational institutes on the path of a sustainable future. ​ The India branch supports over 1500+ trained Climate Reality Leaders from India and South Asia region, who are taking climate actions at many levels, and approximately 1000 volunteers spread all over the country. ​ The organization is also developing informative and educational content to sensitize and trigger climate action. TCPF has been working closely with partners and like-minded organizations, intending to strengthen India’s Paris commitments.​ Annual Reports Annual Report 2022-23 Annual Report 2021-22 Annual Report 2020-21 Annual Report 2019-20 Annual Report 2018-19 Annual Report 2017-18 Annual Report 2016-17 Show More Up Show Less Up Our Board of Trustees Kamal Meattle Principle Trustee and Chief Executive Officer, Paharpur Business Centre Krishan Kalra Former Secretary General of PHD Chamber. He was earlier Additional Secretary General and Adviser, FICCI Pradip Burman Trustee, Chairman, Mobius Foundation & Ayurvet Formerly held leadership positions at Dabur. Shovana Narayan Kathak Maestro; Padmashri - 1992 and SangeetNatak Academy Awards in 1999 Kamal Meattle Trustee, Chairman Emeritus , Paharpur Business Centre & Software Technology Incubator Park. Pradip Burman Trustee, Chairman, Mobius Foundation & Ayurvet Formerly held leadership positions at Dabur. Krishan Kalra Trustee , Former Secretary General of PHD Chamber & Former Additional Secretary General and Adviser, FICCI. Shovana Narayan Trustee , Kathak Maestro, Padmashri - 1992 and Sangeet Natak Academy Awardee in 1999. Retired from IAAS. Mohan M. Deshmukh Trustee , Former President, Maharashtra Chamber of Housing Industry (MCHI) & Advisor – Dr. D.Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai. Our Staff ADITYA PUNDIR REKHA LALLA Director The Climate Project Foundation Program Manager - Green Campus Program The Climate Project Foundation BHAVESH SWAMI Lead, Clean Energy Policy & Engagements The Climate Project Foundation SMRUTI SWETA SAMANTRAY Program Manager - Communications & Fund Raising The Climate Project Foundation GEETIKA SRIVASTAVA Program Manager - Content The Climate Project Foundation GANESH SATAV Senior Educational Officer - Green Campus Program The Climate Project Foundation DR. AMRUTA DESHMUKH Consultant, Project Officer The Climate Project Foundation RIYA DEB Engagement Officer The Climate Project Foundation SAUMYA KAUSHIK Consultant, Project Officer The Climate Project Foundation RAHUL KHANDELWAL Consultant, IT Services The Climate Project Foundation ANKUSH KUMAR Consultant, IT Services The Climate Project Foundation

The Climate Reality Project India Newsletter (Sep-Oct) 2022 Our newsletter will provide updates from our programs, our fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making difference and how each one of us can act to solve the crisis. And, we would love to know your story and act of leadership, because every action does matter. 4th International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE) 4th International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE) was organized on 9th & 10th of September, 2022. It was celebrated with much fanfare and attendance in hybrid mode after the pandemic. Newer collaborations and partnerships were forged to dovetail education and sustainability together. 21 schools from Northern part of India were also facilitated with their respective badges as obtained under the GCP rankings. ​ ​The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) had created an interactive kiosk at the event venue that was based on activities: Pledge wall to create Green Ring; Online Quiz wherein the winners were provided with badges were distributed to the participants who scored more than ⅘ in the quiz; and Placard messaging and Selfie Booth with an active “Make a Difference” campaign. Approximately, 20 Climate Reality Leaders participated in the event. ​ ​Team TCPF was actively associated in conducting two sessions: a) Celebrations of Net Zero Carbon & Impact Journey: GCP Schools ki Zubaani and b) Youth For Earth Championship. a) Celebrations of Net Zero Carbon & Impact Journey: GCP Schools ki Zubaani ​ The session, “Celebrations of Impact Journey,” aimed at putting the spotlights on the impact journey of the Green Campus Program (GCP) schools that have transformed their conventional campuses into sustainable ones. The objective of the session was to provide a platform for connecting educators, practitioners and policy makers across the globe to promote sustainability education and learning, as well as to provide opportunities for building partnerships and collaborations to strengthen Sustainability Education. The session was moderated by: Ms. Rekha Lalla, Manager- Green Campus Program, TCPF. During the session, the panellists shared their experiences with the audiences about how with the help of this program they have amplified their organizational goals and how they engage the students, teachers, local communities, parents, and various other stakeholders, holistically, to create sustainable impacts on the society and the lives of the future generations bringing in behavioural and attitudinal changes. One of our trustees, Mr Kamal Meattle addressed the gathering of GCP Winners. He stressed on the current climatic conditions and a solution to this problem. The awards were presented by Mr. Aditya Pundir, Director – India & South Asia. Followed by awards for the 22 Green Campuses-GCP schools shared their Success Stories. Schools presented their initiatives according to the theme wherein they have showcased their best in the journey transformation. They are: ​ Air & Energy: Sadhu Vaswani School, Delhi Water: SD Vidya School, Ambala, Haryana Waste: KIIT School Gurgaon, Haryana Biodiversity: The Mann School, Delhi ​ You can view the winners here . ​​ b) Youth For Earth ​ Youth For Earth is a collaborative initiative of both Mobius Foundation and The Climate Project Foundation, India & South Asia. Youth For Earth Championship offers a platform to the youth to come forward with their plan of action to mitigate climate crisis. This time, we invited applications from India and some of the South Asian countries, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka, based on the 7 themes as given below: ​ Climate Change - SDG 13 (Climate Action) Water Management - SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) Waste Management - SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) Air Pollution - SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) Energy Efficiency and Conservation - SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) Population and Sustainability - SDG 5 (Gender Equality) Nature and Biodiversity - SDG 14 (Life Below Water) and SDG 15 (Life on Land) ​ All the participants had to choose one of the themes as their majors and rest of the themes can act allied to it. The session was moderated by Ms. Smruti S Samantray – Manager Communication and Campaigns, TCPF. The members of the team were invited to the podium to share their story about how they completed the projects; what were the challenges they had faced; and impacts and outcomes of their efforts, among others. We also showcased the video reports, followed by award ceremony. Here are the names of the winners: ​ Junior Category Team Pramiti Team SD's Change Makers Team Terra Time Team Pune Plastic Warriors Team Greening Mother Earth Team Urvara ​ Senior Category Project Ikhtiyar Crew for Climate ​ Know more about them here . Stakeholder’s Workshop on Climate Change Education Mainstreaming in School Ecosystem A workshop on Climate Change Education Mainstreaming in School Ecosystem was conducted for the stakeholders by GIZ India, with support of MoEFCC, GoI and with Vikram A. Sarabhai Community Science Centre as implementation partner, and in association with The Climate Project Foundation. ​ The objective of the workshop was to deliberate with the important stakeholders and provide them feedback and recommendations on the inclusion of climate change education in the school ecosystem. Some of the important dimensions that were discussed are: ​ Content: To blend the content for climate change with the curriculum as deems fit for middle school Pedagogical aspects: Climate change learning spaces in schools should not bring in more academic load to the students or be seen as an extra burden by the teachers, students, or parents. Further, it must be aligned with the NEP (National Education Policy) guidelines, where learning moves out of classrooms into an experiential and action-based education. Thus, the workshop included deliberations on these pedagogical aspects. Infrastructure: Inclusion of climate change education in the schools & the need for creating associated infrastructure for the teachers training and the development of instructional aides was emphasized. A lucid account of the infrastructural requirements is essential in scaling up climate change learning spaces in the school system, which was an important point of discussion. Replication and scaling up: Activities based on Climate change education should have the potential to be easily replicated across the country. Challenges can be many due to the wide variety of education systems found across the country. Hence, the learning processes and activities should be easily adaptable to the regional requirements and easy to implement in any classroom. Thus, the deliberations will revolve around enabling conditions for easy replications and in scaling up climate change education in schools. Global Coastal Clean-up Day 2022 As a part of the 'International Coastal Clean-up Day' initiative on 17 September 2022, a massive coastal clean-up drive was organized in Chennai led by one of our Climate Reality Leaders, Ms. Sangeetha Sivadasini. The clean-up drive was initiated by communiTREE Trust, with more than 10,000 registered volunteers from various schools, colleges, corporate houses, NGOs, etc. The volunteers were educated on the importance of Waste segregation at home and also pledged to practice a plastic free lifestyle. More than 1.3 tonnes of plastic and other waste were cleared from 44 beach stretches along the Chennai coastline. The waste collected was picked up by Urbaser Sumeet for recycling. The Climate Project Foundation provided approximately 2000 certificates to the volunteers from schools such as Lady Andal, PSBB, Apollo Hospitals, and other corporates. Young Indians Climate Summit 2022 Young Indians Climate Summit 2022 was organized on 19th September, 2022. Mr. Bhavesh Swami, Clean Energy Policy and Programs Consultant, TCPF. The Climate Project Foundation participated in the Yi Climate Action Summit 2022 under the larger umbrella of Yi Climate Action Week 2022 that brought together leaders, change makers, youth, and all stakeholders to accelerate efforts for collective thought and climate action. The platform enabled knowledge exchange about the impacts of climate change, promoted understanding of individual responsibility, and foster skill development among the youth to tackle climate change. Mr. Swami shared how TCPF is working on climate solutions in the category of clean energy, rainwater harvesting training and entrepreneurship opportunities for the youth coming from rural areas along with the engagement models used to train these people on-site on live projects and how then they start working in nearby regions on their own. More than 200 people participated in the summit. 24 Hours of Reality (12th Edition) This year was twelfth 24 Hours of Reality presentation. This year the focus was on the powerful progress made by community activists where they live. The theme for our session was, “Building Green Communities,” with a focus on how Green Communities are being created and supported by Climate Reality and its leadership network. The panellists of our 1 hour of broadcast were Matthew Boms, Director of Strategic Programs, Latin America Branch; Aditya Pundir, Director, India and South Asia Branch and Isadora Gran, Climate Engagement and Justice Coordinator, Brazil Branch, moderated by Al Gore, Former VP of USA, and Nobel Laureate. The discussions extended to native tree plantation; training of locals on climate change related issues, regenerative agriculture, multiplier effect on low-cost pest technologies using organic/nature-based solutions, lesser chemicals, green education via sustainable campuses. Virtual Dialogue on Ozone Day 2022 World Ozone Day 2022 is marked on 16 September, and is observed under Montreal Protocol@35 with the theme "Global Cooperation Protecting Life on Earth". The theme recognises the wider impact the Montreal Protocol has on climate change and the need to act in collaboration, forge partnerships and develop global cooperation to address climate challenges and protect life on earth for future generations. ​ Virtual Centre of Excellence for Social Welfare Administration (VCoE-SWA), under the aegis of Association of Professional Social Workers and Development Practitioners (APSWDP) organized a virtual dialogue/ program in partnership with Chitkara College of Education, Chitkara University, Signicent LLP, and The Climate Reality Project India (TCPI). Guest Speaker, Ms. Supriya Salaria provided insights on “Ozone Layer Protection and Sustainable Development”, and Guest Speaker, Mr. Hitesh Kumar Gulati engaged the audience in a "Quiz on World Ozone Day 2022". ​ An active participation was seen from people from varied walks of life, including Academicians, Business Consultant, Corporate Sector Professional, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Professional, Development Practitioner, Entrepreneur, Government Officers, Public Health Expert, Legal Practitioner, Researcher, Social Activist, Students and others. Workshop on Eco-friendly Diwali A workshop on eco-friendly Diwali celebrations was conducted in Mount Abu School, Rohini, Delhi by Ms. Rekha Lalla, Manager- Green Campus Program, TCPF. ​ At the onset of Diwali, the children of the school decided to celebrate noiseless and pollution free Diwali by not bursting the firecrackers and spreading awareness among their neighbourhoods. The objective of this programme was to generate awareness about the environment among the teaching community & students. Ms. Lalla underlined that Diwali is the festival of light and no celebration of this festival is considered with the use of firecrackers. And, bursting of fireworks cause severe air and noise pollution posing serious health hazards. ​ Firecrackers contain sulphur and carbon, when these firecrackers are lit, these chemicals are released into the air, reducing air quality drastically. This is the reason this workshop was being organised. She shared several mitigation tactics of how one can convert a few celebrations into environment-friendly means. The workshop was interactive and the students found them useful. Approximately 700 children attended the session and pledged to carry these sensibilities forward and act on them. The Picture Protest 2022 On the 7th of October, 2022, more than 300 students from the Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune, gathered in the campus amphitheatre to raise their voice against the rapidly changing temperatures and irregular rainfall patterns in Pune. Hundreds of students assembled with their umbrellas, to express their disdain toward these ever-changing climate forecasts. The protest started with a small, motivational speech from the Director of SCMS, Pune, Dr. Adya Sharma, followed by a speech from Mr. Shivam Singh, an alumnus of the institution and National Coordinator – Youth Engagement. After the speeches, the students and teachers witnessed plausible thematic performances of dance and music, performed by the students themselves. The event concluded with the students writing their displeasure about the climate changes on postcards, and finally gathering for a picture with their umbrellas, to express their protest against irregular rainfall patterns. The event was a huge success, with hopes of conducting many more such events in the future. Stephen Mills from US Headquarters Visited India Mr. Stephen Mills, Vice President, Strategic Partnerships, Climate Reality Project was in India to meet the India & South Asia branch staff members, Climate Reality Leaders, and other stakeholders. He also learned about the works done by the branch along with the current status of different entities in the region on Climate Change issues and how they are preparing for CoP27. ​ Mr. Mills had a meeting with Shloka Nath, CEO, India Climate Collaborative, Mumbai to discuss about the possibility of hosting in-person training by Mr. Gore in the region in 2023; to ideate how more corporates and HNIs can form a collation to fight climate change; and about routing CSR funds from corporates for ‘on-ground’ implementation. He also interacted with Rajiv Kumar, General Manager, Green Climate & Energy Efficiency Centre, SIDBI for CSR projects and green campus transformations, in addition to sharing success stories that catalyse circular economy. A meeting with Ajay Mathur, DG, International Solar Alliance, underlined the opportunities to collaborate for ‘March towards Net Zero Campus,’ Green Jobs in the Solar Sector, and transforming the campuses of governmental institutions green in ISA region/ country. In addition to this, CRL - Meet N’ Greet sessions for Climate Reality Leaders were organized in Maharashtra and Delhi-NCR. ​ Meet N’ Greet in Mumbai On 13th October, 2022, Meet N’ Greet sessions for Climate Reality Leaders in Maharashtra was held in Mumbai. Ms. Nita Ganguly discussed about the initiatives she has been undertaking to curb climate crisis and how she introduced RUCO to wider audience during the pandemic. Her blog on RUCO can be read here. The interactions also involved on how ocean education can be brought into due regard by the media; how sustainable education and sustainable travel can be promoted through her visits to various places; how we can make the best use of visuals and storytelling to communicate climate change to the masses and zero ​waste targets. Her daughter Dr Amrita Ganguly and her husband Ayan Banerjee were also there. Both are trained Climate Reality Leaders from Houston. Mr. Nikhil Kamath emphasized on the best way to reach out to the youth and other communities with story-telling and sharing the message of hope. Ms. Varsha Rajkhowa, another Climate Reality Leader from the North-eastern India, emphasized on sustainable living in Nagaland and plastic free festival celebration; water management during Hornbill festival; and forest fire campaign that she had done with Bhutan forest officials among other topics.​ Meet N’ Greet in New Delhi On 14th October, 2022, Meet N’ Greet sessions for Climate Reality Leaders in Delhi-NCR was held in New Delhi. After the introduction of the attendees, all the Climate Reality Leaders discussed about their domain of work and the recent activities they have been involved in. ​ Approximately 13 Climate Reality Leaders were there. Heavy interactions were carried out within the verticals of EV, Renewable Energy, Education & GCP impacts (along with integrating tree plantation drives in GCP), and impact of media. They also shared the kind of support they seek from us, TCPF.

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What are Electric Vehicles(EV)? India is the fourth largest contributor of GreenHouse Gases and vehicular pollution is the fastest growing contributor towards these emissions. With economic growth, there are more cars and two-wheelers on the road and according to the reports, a three times growth will be seen in the number of vehicles on the roads by 2030. This is not only increasing the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere but also causing severe health problems amongst the population. ​ One solution that is cost-effective and can curb the menace of pollution, is Electric Vehicles which is even being adopted by the policymakers. The days of 100% green transportation are not far off. Going by sales figures, both 2 wheelers and 4 wheelers have made a visible presence on the road. In three wheelers, the figures are even more impressive with e-auto sales reaching 30% of the respective overall category. ​ Besides environmental benefits like zero tailpipe emissions, EVs are economical too. EV owners who have clocked more than one lakh kilometers have had a very satisfactory journey with proper battery maintenance and vehicle servicing. There are concerns about battery fires, enhanced load on electric grids but with newer battery chemistries being experimented and solar/clean energy based decentralized chargers; the future seems promising. What we do? The Climate Project Foundation is working with governments and other stakeholders of the segment on bridging these very gaps. We are collaborating with the Delhi Government to make schools and colleges become EV ready by installing easy chargers deployed at their premises. We have been working towards creating a buzz around ease of use of Electric Vehicles as there is a lack of awareness around the usage and benefits through digital promotion and support the Delhi government in their initiative. We are also conducting career sessions with universities by bringing in sectoral experts who guide the students to foresee entrepreneurship opportunities therein. Events promoting clean mode of transportation, our green campuses embracing ‘cycle/EV’ days are a step in this direction. Knowledge management products, creatives published at platforms like EV focused magazines have also helped us reach out to the prospective buyers.

PROMOTING BIODIVERSITY ON CAMPUS GREEN CAMPUS PROGRAM “Green Campus Program enables schools and colleges to conserve natural resources like water and biodiversity, optimize energy efficiency, manage waste and educate about climate change and sustainability while addressing well-being of the students as compared to conventional educational institutes.” Green Campus Program (GCP) is a flagship program of the Climate Project Foundation. In our vision and mission of creating a sustainable tomorrow, GCP serves as an effective transformative catalyst. As the name suggests, the objective of the program is to transform the conventional campuses into green campuses. We believe that the climate crisis needs long-term and highly impactful solutions, and there is no better tool to resolve it than education. To inculcate the values and bring about behavioural changes in our future generations making them more planet-sensible, we are setting examples right there in the campuses through physical and behavioural changes. Rayat Shikshan Sanstha - Maharashtra Chitkara University - Punjab GREEN CAMPUS AWARDS 2022-2023 Here comes the second edition of Green Campus Awards 2022-23! We are excited to announce the winners. Raising the curtains!! ​ Congratulations to all the schools for successfully completing their journey of transformin g their campuses into green and sustainable ones. We express our gratitude for the hard work, comprehension, and efforts invested in this transformation right from adapting green measures to being part of the audits. A resounding round of applause to all those involved in making this happen. We hope you would carry the legacy of treading the green path forward in the times to come and inspire other schools to do so. We look forward to a continued relationship of working towards creating a low-carbon and sustainable future. Let's have a big round of applause, once again HOW IT WORKS? AWARENESS The first step in the Green Campus Program is to make the teachers aware about the science, impacts and solutions of climate change through a one day training program. After which they can take up an online program to learn further and test their knowledge. The teachers are also provided with online educational resources which builds their confidence to take the message of the climate crisis and solution to the classrooms. Teachers Training Program It is a half-day workshop on climate change, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the six thematic areas of green campus. Educational Resources Teachers are provided with Online Teaching Resources like Posters, Infographics, Comics, Workbooks, and Booklets. Online Program Teachers are offered a free Online Certification course on climate change to learn more about the issue and in-hand solutions. ACTION Through GCP, we enable schools and colleges to conserve natural resources like water and biodiversity; optimize energy efficiency; manage waste; and educate about climate change and sustainability, while addressing the well-being of the students as compared to conventional educational institutes. Air Quality Index Bio Diversity Water Management Energy Efficiency Waste Management Health & Wellness ACCOLADES After the evaluation, the certification recognizes the impacts of ideas and practices, followed by which, The Climate Project Foundation would recognize the campus as Green and award the institution with a certificate and trophy. Based on the results, a rating is provided for each Green Campus certified school & college. Download Brochure Register Now Contact Us IMPACT OF GCP 186 Tonnes waste not going to landfill 4.6 MW Solar energy capacity 2.7 Lakh Liters of Rain water harvesting capacity 13.02 Acres of Green Area 91000+ Students reached *as of 31st March'23 GCP PRESENCE ACROSS INDIA 200+ SCHOO LS UNDE RTAKING THE PROGRAM 1000+ REGISTERED EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS 11000+ TEACHERS TRAINED GREEN CAMPUS AWARDS The Journey to become a Green school is about understanding, taking conscious decisions and committing towards making sustainable choices for a better future for our planet. We are thrilled to see schools, colleges taking the path of sustainability, understanding the urgency to act on climate change and making physical transformations to their campuses. Since its inception in 2019, we have awarded more than 50 schools for their commendable work in converting their conventional school campuses into Green Campuses and 1000+ campuses have embarked on the journey. We have also been joined by mammoth institutions like Rayat Shikshan Sanstha, Swami Vivekanand Shikshan Sanstha and Kalgidhar Trust for the program. Let’s have a look at our winners- 2022-2023 2021-2022 2019-2020 GCP A WARDS 2022-2023 Full List Up Up PLATINUM T.I. Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Chennai, Tamil Nadu Maharishi International Residential School, Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu GOLD Bal Bhavan Public school, Mayur Vihar, Delhi Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Atmakuri Rama Rao School, Hyderabad, Telangana Bhavan's Vivekananda College of Science, Humanities & Commerce Sainikpuri East Point School, Dallupura, Vasundhara Enclave, Delhi The Kalyani School, Manjari (Budruk), Near Hadapsar,Pune, Maharashtra KIIT World School, Sohna Road, Gurugram, Haryana Point Calimere International School, North Madavilagam, Vedaranyam, Tamil Nadu Sadhu Vaswani International School for Girls, Shanti Niketan, New Delhi SD Public School, Lal Mandir, Patel Nagar, New Delhi S D Vidya School, C-217, Baraula, Sector 49, Noida, Uttar Pradesh TVS Academy, SIPCOT 2nd Phase, Bathalapalli Krishnagiri, Dt, Hosur, Tamil Nadu Venkateshwar International School, Sector 18 Dwarka, New Delhi ​ The Shriram Universal School,Hyderabad The Camford International School Global City international school, Bengaluru, Karnataka The Sriram School, Noida Vels Vidyashram, Dharga Rd, Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Pallavaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu Suddhananda Vidyalaya - Uthandi, Chennai SILVER Agurchand Manmull Jain school, Meenambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu Dayawati Modi Public School, Hapur Road, Modinagar, Uttar Pradesh Kothari International School, Sector 50, Noida, Uttar Pradesh Loreto House, 7, Sir William Jones Sarani, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal Bhavan's Varuna Vidyalaya, Bharata Mata College Road, Thrikkakara, NPOL Campus, Ernakulam, Kerala Explore International school The Shriram Millennium School, Gurugram Vidya Devi Jindal school, Hisar, Haryana Poddar International school -Wakad, Pune Maharashtra Modern Public School, Delhi Sofia Public School, Bengaluru, Karnataka BRONZE Suncity School Sector – 54, Suncity, Township, Gurugram, Haryana Bright Avenue School, Delhi - Rohtak Rd, Jakhoda, Bahadurgarh, Haryana GREEN CAMPUS PROGRAM GALLERY

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Newsletter (July-August) 2023 Our newsletter will provide updates from our programs, our fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making difference and how each one of us can act to solve the crisis. And, we would love to know your story and act of leadership, because every action does matter. Green Campus Program Acceleration: Committee Meetings KR Mangalam University ​ In July, Ms. Rekha Lalla led the Green Campus Program committee meeting at K. R. MANGALAM UNIVERSITY, Sohna Road, Gurugram, Haryana, during which she de livered a presentation on the program and its protocols. The Committee consists of 08 members, who took detailed notes with the intention of implementing the discussed points in a subsequent phase. They also expressed their appreciation for the ideas presented. This was followed by a positive discussion on the university's green initiatives and audit process. These initiatives encompassed various sustainability measures, including using solar panels, grid improvements, wastewater treatment plants, incinerators, electric vehicles (EVs), and establishing a kitchen garden. The Committee sought our assistance in assisting the villages they have adopted to become "smart" communities, as well as expressed the need for a session focused on student engagement. Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute ​ A workshop on the Green Campus Program was conducted at the Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute, Subroto Park, Delhi. Educators from various science and social science backgrounds convened to receive an introduction to the Green Campus Program and learn about conducting audits. The GCP Committee received the GCP Audit booklet for audit guidance, and past winning schools' audit samples were presented to enhance their comprehension. H ere is a glimpse of it Not Just a Chulha! Workshop on Sustainable Cookstoves for Women in Kusumbi Village Under the climate justice theme, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) collaborated with the Maharashtra Foundation, New York in its initiative, “PANCHAM.” PANCHAM is a project that focuses on mitigating several socio-economic issues including women’s upliftment with a dedicated program named as, “Women Leadership Program for Climate Adaptation and Resilience.” PANCHAM is a project jointly implemented by Maharashtra Foundation, New York; The Climate Project Foundation, New Delhi; Action for Women and Rural Development (AWARD), Satara; and Resource and Support Centre for Development (RSCD) in the Kusumbi village of Satara district, Maharashtra. Under this program, TCPF organized a workshop on sustainable cookstoves for the women in the rural communities of Kusumbi village, which was implemented and facilitated by TCPF, and M G Green Solutions was invited to mentor the workshop. This program is supported by the Maharashtra Foundation. The objectives of this workshop were to: ​ Raise awareness about improved cookstoves and emphasize their advantages over traditional stoves Train women to build sustainable stoves. Promote them as a sustainable income source for women. To improve the indoor air quality Indoor air pollution is a silent killer and poses significant health risks, especially to women, in multifarious ways. Indoor air pollutants are known to affect the unborn infant in the womb as well. When a woman of the house prepares a meal for her family with utter happiness and a sense of care and giving, she conveniently ignores the problems that she is facing, including inhalation of pollutants. The kitchen is not just a happy place for her where she stirs and pours her affection, but also a dangerous indoor space where carbon emissions are high, direct, and affect more. With the introduction of sustainable cookstoves, we ensured that such a problem is addressed. This five-day program was divided into one day of training in theory and its environmental importance, complemented by a practical demonstration, two days for hands-on training, wherein the participating women built 12 improved cookstoves, followed by training on user guidance, including safety precautions, the next day. The last day involved field visits to households, assessing the functionality of installed cookstoves, and gathering user feedback. One of the beautiful aspects of this program is that it has a revenue-generating model integrated with it, catalyzing “learn and earn” ecosystem that further catalyzes self-sustaining systems. ​ Three types of cookstoves were created: ​ Lakshmi (has Single burner, second pot and chimney) Bhagya Lakshmi (has single burner and second pot) Griha Lakshmi (has single burner) In a country where “chulha” (cookstove) is revered, we witnessed the kind of overwhelming emotions attached to it when the installation was being done. The women were immensely happy to know that we care for their health, financial independence and the planet. The aim is to replace at least 100 traditional cook stoves with sustainable stoves built by these trained women and empower more women. MOU Signing with GD Goenka University An MoU was signed between The Climate Project Foundation and GD Goenka University heralding the initiation of the Green Campus Program in the latter’s campus. This collaboration will encompass registration procedures, committee sessions, and cooperation with their Centre of Excellence for Occupational Health, Safety, Fire & Environment. The dialogue began by discussing the university's upcoming courses in design and sustainability. Together, The Climate Project Foundation and GD Goenka University aim to create a greener, more sustainable future for both the campus community and beyond. Here is a glimpse of it. Empowering Educators: Teachers' Training Program at Ganga International School A Teachers Training Program (TTP) was conducted at the Ganga International School, which aimed to train the trainers of the youth. The workshop was first Online followed by an offline or Physical session at the Ganga International School campus amid wheat fields. ​ The program helped build capacity on climate education integrating education inside and outside the classroom for the educators in a strategic way so that they can help young people understand the causes and consequences of climate change, bring about changes in attitudes and behaviours to reduce the severity of future climate change, and build resilience. Ms. Rekha Lalla addressed the session with a presentation on Climate Change (Science, Impacts, and Solutions), urging the teachers and providing them with the tools to tweak their school’s curriculum and campus behaviours toward social and environmental responsibility, followed by a discussion and doubt-clearing session. ​ This holistic training experience at Ganga International School served as a pivotal step towards equipping educators with the knowledge and tools required to empower the next generation of environmentally conscious global citizens. Green Campus Program in Kashmir We laid the foundation brick of sustainability education in Jammu & Kashmir on 5th of June 2023, without being completely aware of how it is going to fare. What we were not prepared for is the humongous flow of love and enthusiasm for such work we would get in the process. ​ World Environment Day 2023 marks a historical moment for all of us in The Climate Project Foundation as we achieved many milestones, including the kickstarting of our flagship program, Green Campus Program (GCP) in Jammu & Kashmir. Our first event was Principals’ Conclave in Pampore, which received an overwhelming response. Since then, there has been no pause. ​ We have created a team of 6 members working rigorously on propagating sustainability education through Teachers’ Training Program and Principals’ Conclave, followed by implementing GCP in the campuses of educational institutions. Several workshops on different themes were conducted in these educational institutions. ​ Below is the list of schools & colleges have pledged to move towards Net Zero transformation and Just Transition, and have undergone the workshops: Name of the School Name of the Workshops Islamia Scientific Model Institute Air, Water, Climate Change & GCP The Cambridge Foundation School, Tangmarag Air, Water, Climate Change & GCP Green Meadows School Air, Water, Climate Change & GCP Srinagar International School Waste & Climate Change Dolphine International School Climate Change Islamia high school Drangbal, Pampore Biodiversity Teachers’ Training Program: A Teachers’ Training Program was conducted in the Satisar Educational Institute, Namblabal Pampore, Kashmir in the month of August. This one-day training program was attended by nearly 10 teachers. The Program aimed at raising awareness about environmental issues, introduce The Climate Project Foundation, its programs, and educate participants on the implementation of the Green Campus Program. ​ “Kashmir,” as one of the attending educators mentioned, someone has come to make a difference in society by blending sustainability and education in 35 years and creating transformative impacts. ​ Many more milestones to come. Giving a back glance at it standing today, and thinking about where it all started, we realize that J&K is one of the most beautiful states that is willing to look up towards a sustainable future. MUN Conference at Vega School Model United Nations conferences provide students with a platform to unleash their diplomatic and communication skills through the simulation of various committees of the United Nations. Vega School, Gurgaon, hosted an empowering Model United Nations (MUN) Conference, where students honed their skills, and The Climate Project Foundation was a part of it. ​ Grade XI students, serving as the Secretariat and Organizing Committee, orchestrated the entire conference. Students from various schools of Gurgaon organized a tree plantation drive and actively participated in the MUN Conference. ​ Ms. Rekha Lalla spoke on the importance of trees and native plants and what actions a student can take as young ambassadors of sustainability, thus bringing transformative ideas and experiences to the table. G 20-inspired Summit on Food & Water Nexus in Bal Bharti Public School Bal Bharti Public School (BBPS) Dwarka, a certified Green Campus Program institution, hosted a G20-inspired school summit on the Food and Water Nexus. BBPS, renowned in Delhi NCR, welcomed 20 schools from across India, each representing a G20 block. These schools shared their nations' water and food challenges. ​ Bhavesh Swami, representing The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF), shared valuable insights drawn from TCPF's extensive fieldwork, particularly in regions like Beed and other parts of India. He shed light on the profound impact of water scarcity on agriculture, resulting in diminished farm yields and reduced incomes for rural communities. ​ Students eagerly absorbed this knowledge, finding the summit enlightening. They gained a better understanding of G20 Secretariat operations and decision-making processes. TCPF acknowledged the winners and pledged future collaborations, including Mock-CoP initiatives. Here is a glimpse of it. Branch Debriefing on ‘Road to True Net Zero’ The Climate Reality Project India and South Asia Branch attended a debriefing session for Climate Reality Leaders, focusing on the 'Road to True Net Zero' vision by 2023; set up by Al Gore and the Climate Reality CEO - Phyllis Cuttino. The Climate Reality Project India and South Asia Branch attended a debriefing session for Climate Reality Leaders, focusing on the 'Road to True Net Zero' vision by 2023; set up by Al Gore and the Climate Reality CEO - Phyllis Cuttino. ​ Aditya Pundir, the Director of India, and South Asia Branch, discussed the four key areas for climate branches in South Asia: ​ Emission Reduction Reduce Green Washing Just Transition (Green Finance) Reforming the global financing system. International cooperation to COP The session also had open discussions on different ideas and Q&A posed by the Climate Reality Leaders. The highlighted the action-oriented approach of the Green Campus Program conceptualized and run by the India & South Asia branch in achieving the net-zero goal. EV Update Media National Summit 2023 TCPF joined hands with EV Update Media to organize “EV Update Media National Summit 2023,” on 23rd Aug 2023. The objective of the summit is to bring about awareness and bring out the positive change towards just transition towards our net zero goals through EV promotion, bring out the new technologies through fundraising of start-ups. ​ Mr. Aditya Pundir, in his inaugural address, reiterated the importance of the low-carbon development path and how more research in the EV space would accelerate the ‘Just Transition’ path. ​ The summit had technology showcase sessions on EV Bus commute services, two- and three-wheel commercial freight transport solution providers, SaaS-based battery solutions, govt. incentives and initiative sessions for the EV sector, to name a few. ​ The second day of the summit, “Roundtable Investor and Startup Meet!” was for the budding start-up/entrepreneurs focusing on bridging the gap between new ventures, their mentorship and funding opportunities, where the participants got half an hour to pitch their ideas and take a strike at the luck in your tangent. TCPF collaborated with Sangam–Atal Innovation Centre who came on board for the ‘EV Update Investors’ Meet’ to gauge the potential technologies/solutions along with other VC fund managers. Here is a glimpse of the same. TCPF Joins Hands with Kirori Mal College TCPF participated in a 3-day event in Kirori Mal College for their Foundations Day. The theme of the day was, “Where Profit and purpose meet Sustainability.” ​ Centre of Innovation and Social Enterprise (CISE) housed at the prestigious Kirori Mal College under Delhi University recently celebrated its Foundation Day on 21st August 2023. The day was celebrated with the theme ‘Connect – Where Profit and Purpose meet Sustainability’. Climate Reality leader Meghna Joshi, founder of SWAN Livelihoods, a non-profit working on skill enhancement of rural women. She shared her experience with the budding social entrepreneurs that being honest with your product/service offering and lasting relationships is the key to success as the theme of the event aptly embodied. ​ The event featured the participation of over 20 women's Self-Help Groups mentored by Ms. Joshi, showcasing their products and creating valuable interactions between students, visitors, and these enterprising women. As a special guest, Mr. Bhavesh Swami from TCPF added further depth to the event. He delivered insights on the topic 'Pioneering Sustainable Ventures: Nurturing a Career Through Technology-Driven Enterprises.' He threw light on how simple projects like tree plantation can gain via technology add-ons like geo-tagging and online monitoring. He offered to make KMC a certified GCP campus where students can interact with TCPF affiliates, and find internships, and summer jobs as they begin the journey. ​ Here is a glimpse of it. Acts of Leadership by Climate Reality Leaders Anand Pendharkar The Founder-President of SPROUTS Anand Pendharkar collaborated with Ashwamedh Pratisthan to combat climate change and deforestation by establishing a Learning Forest within the 15-acre Ashwamedh Learning & Heritage Sanctuary (ALHS) in Belpada Village, Thane District, Maharashtra, India. Launched during Van Mahotsav, this collaborative effort aims to enhance biodiversity by nurturing a rich variety of trees, shrubs, herbs, climbers, grasses, orchids, ferns, palms, fungi, and fauna within the region. ​ On another occasion, Anand delivered a lecture in the month of July about “Climate Emergencies and their impacts on Communities” to around 85-90 members of the Mohalla Committee Members Trust. The interactions were earnest, and they all seemed keen to engage with action in their respective areas. Radhika Kulkarni At the Chhatrapati Sambhaji Vidyalaya, Pune Municipal School, the Climate Reality Leader-Mentor Radhika Kulkarni; Mutha River Coordinator Lokesh Bapat; Principal Anita Geete; and Teachers - Anjali Kulkarni, Anuradha Dorge, and Rajan Kuber, to interact with a group of approximately 61 to 65 students from the sixth and seventh grades. The focus of this engaging interaction was 'Environment Protection.' This event served as an important platform for young minds to gain insights into environmental preservation and learn about practical actions they can take to contribute to a more sustainable future. Pournima Agarkar Ms. Pournima Agarkar is catalysing “Move For Earth - Global Cycle Ride.” Through this event she aimed to have over 500 cities, towns, and villages across the planet, took part in the cycle ride on 27th August 2023, where citizens took the open letter to their elected representatives. Dr. Priyadarshini Karve is a part of the Global Ride ahead of the G20 Leadership Summit. The aim of these rides was to highlight transport as a major source of GHG emissions and how meaningful interventions like cycle lanes, and pedestrian pathways can lower the burden on road traffic. Col. Shashikant Dalvi (Retd.) In Swachh Survekshan 2023, a Central Government team inspected Col. Shashikant Dalvi's society, focusing on Solid Waste Management, especially Wet Garbage Compost Pits. They documented the pits, inquired about manure collection, and received briefings on waste disposal. The society's success in waste management earned it a place on the shortlist, with the Central Government conducting the annual survey and recognizing effective cleanliness and disposal systems. Riders made a point that they want to work with elected representatives to figure out solutions at the local level for a better future for all. Pradeep Karuturi In August 2023, Pradeep Karuturi, a Climate Reality Trained Leader since 2020, established a school in the tribal village of Tapilamamidi situated in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh, his fifth such initiative. His mission, driven by #climateaction, focuses on equipping indigenous communities with the essentials to protect their surrounding forests and biodiversity. Pradeep's journey to Antarctica in 2016 inspired his commitment to grassroots campaigns. In October 2021, he visited Tapilamamidi to help the community access education. He rallied them to build a community centre using local resources and designated a tribal member to teach literacy to children, launching the educational centre by June 2022. On August 16th, 2023, the District Collector, Sri Sumit Kumar, visited Tapilamamidi, marking the village's inaugural official visit. He inaugurated the newly constructed school with tribal child Chinnari. Rajesh, a tribal community member, expressed joy at the children's newfound access to education after 77 years of independence. The district collector praised Pradeep's efforts, declared the project a community model, and pledged funding for similar projects in five more villages, highlighting his commitment to the cause. Read Our Latest Blog Green Campuses Lead the Way to True Net Zero / Low-Carbon Future A rendezvous with Ms. Rekha Lalla about Green Campus Program Author: Smruti S Samantray Checkout Our Previous Newsletters May - June Newsletter 2023 January - February Newsletter 2023 March - April Newsletter 2023 November - December Newsletter 2022 September - October Newsletter 2022